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Peppermint Protein Smoothie

By Lilly Drucis

December 5, 2025

The holidays are upon us. While we like to stick to our morning smoothie routine, how about a holiday twist by making up this peppermint protein smoothie? It’s super easy, delicious and, yes, holiday green!

This refreshing peppermint protein smoothie is a simple, nourishing way to fuel your day with high-quality protein, leafy greens and a cool burst of mint. It’s perfect for breakfast, post-workout or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Key ingredients

• Milk or unsweetened almond milk: Milk provides high-quality protein, calcium and vitamin D for bone, muscle and metabolic support, while unsweetened almond milk offers hydration with fewer calories and added vitamin E for antioxidant protection. In this smoothie, either option creates the liquid base that blends everything smoothly — milk adds creaminess and extra protein, while almond milk keeps the smoothie lighter and dairy-free.

• Ancient Nutrition’s Whey Protein Vanilla Bean: This whey protein also includes collagen so you get essential amino acids to support muscle repair, strength and satiety but also collagen for skin, joint and gut support. In this smoothie, the vanilla whey adds a creamy texture, boosts protein content for sustained fullness and recovery, and provides a sweet, dessert-like flavor that pairs perfectly with mint.

• Spinach: It’s packed with iron, magnesium, folate, vitamin C and antioxidants that support energy production, circulation, cellular health and immune function. In a peppermint protein smoothie, spinach blends in seamlessly without overpowering the flavor, adding a powerful nutrient boost while keeping the drink fresh, green and naturally energizing.

• Fresh mint: Mint supports digestion, helps reduce bloating, and offers antioxidant properties while also promoting mental alertness. In this smoothie, mint delivers its signature cooling, refreshing flavor, enhances the peppermint profile, and helps brighten and balance the sweetness of the vanilla whey and creamy milk base.

The combination of creamy vanilla whey, fresh spinach and mint creates a light, clean flavor that feels both energizing and indulgent.

Nutrition facts

This higher-protein peppermint smoothie delivers 249 calories per serving and an impressive 31.9 grams of protein, making it especially supportive for muscle repair, satiety and post-workout recovery.

It provides a moderate 15.8 grams of carbohydrates with 14.5 grams of natural sugars and 7 grams of total fat, contributing to balanced energy and a creamy texture.

The smoothie is exceptionally rich in micronutrients, supplying over 100% of the Daily Value for both vitamin K and vitamin A, along with significant amounts of calcium, phosphorus, vitamin D and magnesium to support bone health, muscle function and metabolism. It also delivers key B vitamins — including B12, riboflavin and pantothenic acid — plus zinc and manganese, supporting energy production, immune function and overall cellular health.

How to make a peppermint protein smoothie

To make the smoothie, start by adding the reduced-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk to your blender, followed by one scoop of the whey protein powder, fresh spinach and fresh mint leaves. Add the ice cubes for a chilled, refreshing texture, then blend on high until completely smooth and creamy.

For a thicker smoothie, add a few extra ice cubes. For a sweeter flavor, a small drizzle of honey or a few drops of liquid stevia pairs beautifully with the peppermint and vanilla combination.

Once blended, pour the smoothie into a glass and garnish with an extra mint leaf for a fresh, polished finish. The result is a smooth, protein-packed drink with a naturally cooling peppermint flavor that supports muscle recovery, energy and overall nutrition — while tasting like a light, refreshing treat.

Other holiday-inspired smoothies

• Pecan pie smoothie

• Apple pie smoothie

• Pumpkin spice smoothie

Lilly Drucis is a recipe developer and can be followed at https://www.instagram.com/lilsfitlife/